Student-Veteran Oral History Project
Michele Romeo Interview
Interviewer Name
Kaylee Brown; Assistant: Douglas Higbee
Context for Interview
The interview took place for the English 468 Studies in Writing/Oral History class. The assignment was based on student veterans at the University of South Carolina Aiken and their transition from military life to civilian life.
Brief Description of Interview
The interview begins with a description of Michele Romeo’s childhood, along with her family. Romeo gives a through overview of her time within the army from basic training and service in an artillery unit in Ft. Hood, TX and Iraq. She discusses the injury that caused her to leave and her journey back to college in order to pursue a career as a physical therapist for veterans.
Location of Interview
RPSEC
Duration of Interview
1 hr. 10 min.
Date of Birth
1986
Birthplace
Eglin AFB/Ft. Walton Beach, FL
Gender
F
Dates of Service
2016-2018
Branch/Units of Service
Army; 2nd Battalion, 82nd Field Artillery
Theaters/Locations of Service
Ft. Hood, TX; Iraq
Major Course of Study
Physical Therapy
Previous College/University Experience
Univ. of Southern Mississippi
Publication Info
Spring 2019.
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